Problem
IS POVERTY ON THE RISE OR ON THE DECLINE? Go to the U.S. Census Bureau Web site, and select Poverty (under People). Use the data provided to answer the following questions:
a. Is the number of people living below the official government poverty level higher or lower than it was in the preceding year? Than it was a decade earlier?
b. Is the poverty rate (in percent) higher or lower than it was in the preceding year for the general population, children under 18, blacks, Asians, Pacific Islanders, and whites?
c. How many states had increases in the poverty rate compared to the preceding year?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.